Virginia Tech's Austin Wates Heads Lead Off Prospects
Though power hitters always get the publicity, a handful of high on-base percentage speedsters that are likely to be first-day picks in the 2010 draft could prove to be lead off hitters professionally.
Gary Brown, Cal State Fullerton: He needs to improve his walk rate, but is incredibly fast and runs a sub-4.0 to first base.
Tyler Holt, Florida State: As fast as Brown, but with much better discipline at the plate.
Tyler Holt is speedy player with good plate discipline
Leon Landry, LSU: Another above-average runner, Landry has better power than Holt or Brown. He's a nice, intriguing talent," said an American League scout. "He runs, and brings some punch to the plate. I like the way he plays the game, and he might fit at the top of the lineup with his patience and plate skills."
Austin Wates, Virginia Tech: Impressed scouts this summer in the Cape Cod league and is considered the best overall prospect of the group. "If you want a bat for the top of your lineup, he might be the best guy for that job," said one scout. "He might be able to drive in runs for you, though."




























